A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
J5 starts ZAR 360,000 cheaperH6 PHEV from ZAR 699,900 · J5 from ZAR 339,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Maximum Power
268 kW
115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
230 Nm
Engine Size
1500 cc
1500 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
90.9 km/l
13.3 km/l
Ground Clearance
170 mm
174 mm
Boot / Load Bay
560 l
480 l
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
-
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
= leads in this spec
The Bottom Line
H6 PHEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over J5.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
H6 PHEV
+49 pts
Efficiency
H6 PHEV
+44 pts
Safety
J5
+1 pts
Practicality
H6 PHEV
+5 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
J5
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
H6 PHEV
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
J5
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Full Specs, Side by Side
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2026
Generation
Current South African H6 PHEV listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current South Africa J5 range
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2026
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
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Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
-
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 1.5T Ultra Luxury Hi-4 4WD PHEV DHT
-
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
published
active
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
1946 kg
Not Available
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Length
4703 mm
4380 mm
Width
1886 mm
1860 mm
Height
1730 mm
1650 mm
Wheelbase
2738 mm
2620 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
170 mm
174 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
51 l
Boot/Cargo Space
560 l
480 l
Kerb Weight
1980 kg
-
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2400 kg
1852 kg
Towing Capacity
1500 kg
1175 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Available
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multi-link
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Dual-zone
Manual / automatic by trim
Power Windows
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
1445 l
1284 l
AC Type
Dual-zone
Manual / automatic by trim
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
-
Climate Zones
Dual-zone
-
Engine Warranty
5
-
Heads Up Display
Full-colour
-
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
-
Rev Matching
Not Available
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Air Conditioning
Dual-zone
Manual / automatic by trim
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Digital Speedometer
10.25-inch
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Manual Aircon
Dual-zone
-
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
-
Sound System
9
4-6
Source Model Column
h6-phev
-
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Surround View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Engine
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol Plug-in Hybrid
1.5-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Plug-in Hybrid
Petrol
Hybrid System
Plug-in Hybrid
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
1500 cc
1500 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Petrol injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
268 kW
115 kW @ 5500 rpm
Maximum Torque
760 Nm
230 Nm
Combined Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Drive Type
4WD
FWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
CVT
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal, Sport
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
19.1 kWh
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Electric Range
106 km
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Gearbox
Automatic
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
4WD / AWD
FWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
CVT
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Automatic clutch
Gear Shift Indicator
Yes
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Electric
Drivetrain
4x2
FWD
4WD Engagement
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Hi Range
Available
Not Applicable
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
CVT
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
Two-wheel drive
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
CVT
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Claimed Mileage
90.9 km/l
13.3 km/l
City Mileage
12.2 km/l
10.7 km/l
Highway Mileage
16.0 km/l
15.7 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l
51 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro VIb
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Available
Real-world Mileage
90.9 km/l
13.3 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
55
51
Combined Driving Range
Over 1000 km
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Airbags
Front double, front side and side curtain airbags
Multiple airbags
ABS
Not Available
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Standard
Driver Airbag
Not Available
Standard
EBD
Not Available
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not Available
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Not Available
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Not Available
Standard
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Standard
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Standard
-
Surround View Camera
540-degree panoramic camera
Not Available
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Fabric or cloth trim
Heated Seats
Front
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Front
Not Available
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Available
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Available
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Available
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Polyurethane / synthetic
Instrument Cluster Type
10.25-inch
-
Interior Colour Options
3
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen H6 PHEV grade before assuming a feature is included.
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Interior Colours
3
-
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Fabric
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Infotainment System
Coffee OS
Touchscreen infotainment
Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Wireless
Standard
Number of Speakers
9
4-6
Digital Instrument Cluster
10.25-inch
Standard
USB Ports
Not Available
Front and rear USB where listed
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
Coffee OS
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Infotainment Display
Coffee OS
-
Audio Speakers
9
4-6
Audio System
9
-
Display Audio
Coffee OS
-
Head Up Display
Full-colour
-
Infotainment Screen
Coffee OS
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Multi Information Display
10.25-inch
-
Connected Services
Wireless
-
Smartphone Connectivity
Wireless
-
Touchscreen
Coffee OS
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
3
Khaki white, carbon crystal black, model green, olive grey, moonlight silver and two-tone colours where listed.
Body Type
SUV
-
Exterior Colour Options
3
-
Headlights
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
170 mm
174 mm
Ground Clearance Min
170 mm
174 mm
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Tyre Size
Not Available
18-inch alloy
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
18-inch alloy
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Service Interval
12 months / 15 000 km
-
Approx Service Cost
Included in Service Plan
-
Battery Warranty
8 years / 150 000 km
-
Maintenance Plan
5 Years / 75,000 km
-
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km
-
First Service At
5000
-
Service Plan Duration
7 years / 75 000 km
5 Year / 75 000 km
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 75 000 km
5 Year / 75 000 km
Anti-Rust Treatment
Yes
-
Alternator
110A
-
Service Plan
7 years / 75 000 km
5 Year / 75 000 km
Service Intervals
12 months / 15 000 km
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Warranty Years
7 years / 200 000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
7 years / 200 000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years
-
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
Roadside Assistance
7 years
-
Warranty
7 years / 200 000 km
5 Year / 150 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
7 years
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
CO2 Emissions
0 g/km
172.4 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Plug-in hybrid
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
PHEV
Petrol
Particulate Filter
Not Available
-
Idle CO2 Output
0
-
CO2 Emissions G Km
0
-
Spec
H6 PHEV
J5
Ownership Role
Flagship
entry-value
Price Zar
749900 ZAR
339900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
entry-value
Starting Price
749900
339900
Starting Price Zar
749900
339900
Source-backed Catalogue Index
A transparent specification index shown only when every vehicle clears the minimum comparable-data threshold.
Weighted / 100
Catalogue-index readout
H6 PHEV leads by 20 points
H6 PHEV holds a noticeable catalogue-index lead over J5.
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Catalogue-index leader
H6 PHEV
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
96/100
Safety
90/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
65/100
J5
Performance
49/100
Efficiency
52/100
Safety
91/100
Practicality
63/100
How to Read This Comparison
🏆GWM H6 PHEV
leads the catalogue index with 84 pts
vs 64 pts for J5
In Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index, H6 PHEV leads. However, J5 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.
Hagalu does not publish a guaranteed resale winner. Depreciation depends on age, mileage, condition, derivative, colour, supply and demand. Compare several current used-market listings and obtain trade-in valuations for equivalent examples before relying on a resale estimate.
Check the exact derivatives for drive type, ground clearance, tyres, approach and departure angles, wading depth and low-range gearing where officially disclosed. SUV styling or all-wheel drive alone does not prove that a vehicle is suitable for demanding off-road use.
Calculate each exact derivative using your monthly distance and a current fuel or electricity price, then add finance, insurance, scheduled service, tyres and licence costs. Hagalu does not claim a fixed monthly saving without those buyer-specific inputs.
It is worth more only when the exact price difference buys equipment, space, performance or ownership cover that matters to you. Compare like-for-like lifecycle states and derivatives; a current offer and a historical last-listed price are not directly equivalent.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
This H6 PHEV and J5 comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: H6 PHEV 98 vs J5 49.
Efficiency index: H6 PHEV 96 vs J5 52.
Safety-equipment index: H6 PHEV 90 vs J5 91.
Practicality index: H6 PHEV 68 vs J5 63.
Ownership-cover index: H6 PHEV 65 vs J5 not separately scored.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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